For a billionaire businessman, Branson comes across as more of a rock star. A creative thinker who originally wanted to become a journalist, Branson began his entrepreneurial career with a student magazine, as well as selling discounted albums from the boot of his car!

Australiaʼs sweetheart Nicole was presented with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in January 2003, not long after splitting with husband Tom Cruise. But despite their divorce, she still acknowledges his influence in her career, as heʼd noticed her stunning performance in Dead Calm (with Sam Neill) and cast her opposite him in Days of Thunder.

The English Premier League powerhouse, Manchester United, is one of the most famous sporting clubs in the world. Not only are the one of the most successful clubs in the league, they have also set a benchmark for the promotion of their brand all over the world. Quick to capitalize on advances in technology, Man U became the first soccer team to have their own television channel.

All American good guy Tom Hanks has made a career of playing endearingly ordinary guys put in extraordinary situations, who somehow manage to succeed despite the odds. He has earned many awards, not the least his two Oscars for best actor for Philadelphia and Forrest Gump.